Bullseye with Jesse Thorn Connie Chung
Nov 12, 2024
Connie Chung, an Emmy-winning newscaster and the first Asian American to host a major network news show, shares insights from her memoir, *Connie.* She reflects on her shift from journalism to motherhood, sharing nostalgic feelings and the joy of adoption. Connie humorously discusses growing up as a Chinese immigrant in D.C. and the cultural biases that shaped her identity. She also delves into the challenges of transitioning from news reporting to writing, balancing factual integrity with emotional truth.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Childhood in D.C.
02:07 • 8min
Cultural Biases and Family Dynamics
10:15 • 7min
Navigating Identity and Sacrifice
17:14 • 17min
A Transition from Newsroom to Motherhood
33:54 • 4min
From News to Memoir
37:52 • 8min
Reflections on Boldness and Memoir Insights
45:35 • 3min
